SOTO TRUCKING LLC
USDOT 3092390 • 1395 CALLE TEPIC, RIO RICO, AZ, 85648
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals1 flagged
Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-072662 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jun 2, 2025 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIRCLE STAR INSURANCE CO., A R R G | BIPD/Primary | AL303499-20849 | ON FILE | Jun 1, 2024 | Jun 20, 2025 |
Insurance History (12 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIRCLE STAR INSURANCE CO., A R R G | BIPD/Primary | AL303499-20849 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2024 | Jun 1, 2025 |
| SCOTTSDALE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LTS8001162 | CANCELLED | Jun 2, 2023 | Jun 2, 2024 |
| SCOTTSDALE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LTS8001162 | REPLACED | Jun 2, 2023 | Jun 1, 2024 |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA958121549 | REPLACED | Jun 2, 2022 | Jun 2, 2023 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 09TRD000739-01 | CANCELLED | Apr 11, 2022 | Jun 2, 2022 |
| EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TEA020027321 | CANCELLED | Apr 11, 2021 | Apr 11, 2022 |
| EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TEA020027320 | CANCELLED | Apr 11, 2020 | Apr 11, 2021 |
| EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TEA020027319 | CANCELLED | Apr 11, 2019 | Apr 11, 2020 |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 6720859 | REPLACED | May 14, 2018 | Apr 11, 2019 |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 6720859 | REPLACED | Apr 11, 2018 | May 14, 2018 |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 6720859 | CANCELLED | Apr 11, 2018 | May 23, 2018 |
| REDWOOD FIRE AND CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 01TRM027259-01 | REPLACED | Feb 16, 2018 | Apr 11, 2018 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | CIRCLE STAR INSURANCE CO., A R R G | AL303499-20849 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 20, 2025 | Jun 20, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | CIRCLE STAR INSURANCE CO., A R R G | AL303499-20849 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2025 | Jun 1, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | SCOTTSDALE INSURANCE COMPANY | LTS8001162 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 2, 2024 | Jun 2, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | SCOTTSDALE INSURANCE COMPANY | LTS8001162 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2024 | Jun 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA958121549 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 2, 2023 | Jun 2, 2023 |
| CANCEL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 09TRD000739-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 2, 2022 | Jun 2, 2022 |
| CANCEL | EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY | TEA020027321 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 11, 2022 | Apr 11, 2022 |
| CANCEL | EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY | TEA020027320 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 11, 2021 | Apr 11, 2021 |
| CANCEL | EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY | TEA020027319 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 11, 2020 | Apr 11, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 6720859 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 11, 2019 | Apr 11, 2019 |
| TERM/CANCL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 6720859 | BIPD/Primary | May 23, 2018 | May 23, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 6720859 | BIPD/Primary | May 14, 2018 | May 14, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | REDWOOD FIRE AND CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 01TRM027259-01 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 11, 2018 | Apr 11, 2018 |
Authority Action History (8 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC072662 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 27, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 2, 2025 |
| MC072662 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 6, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 3, 2024 |
| MC072662 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 6, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 16, 2022 |
| MC072662 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 15, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 8, 2022 |
| MC072662 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 15, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 7, 2021 |
| MC072662 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 16, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 9, 2020 |
| MC072662 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 26, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 15, 2018 |
| MC072662 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Feb 23, 2018 | — | Unknown |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
3 states • 45 inspections
Violation Summary (226 violations from 45 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 9 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 9 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 9 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 8 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 8 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30B2-ELDDFC24 | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to certify the record immediately after the final required entry has been made or corrected for the 24 hour period. | 7 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 6 | 2 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 5 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-ALBV | Air Brake - Any leak from a brake valve | 5 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | 5 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 5 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(c)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 5 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201A-FRCLS | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 5 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 5 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 4 | 1 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 4 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(2) | Driving beyond 11-hour driving limit | 3 | 1 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.65F-F | Tires - flat/audibly leaking | 3 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.71A-D | Driver - Using or equipping a CMV with a radar detector | 2 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPDOOS | False record of duty status | 2 | 1 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:391.11B2-Q | Driver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) as per FMCSA Enforcement Guidance Memo MC-SEE-2025-0001. Driver failed the I | 2 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11B-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201A-FRBFC | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 2 | 2 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209E-SPSLA | Steering - Power steering leaking anywhere. | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.71(a) | Using or equipping a CMV with radar detector | 2 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.83(g) | Exhaust - Discharging at a point forward or directly below the driver or sleeper compartment | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9B-LCL | Lighting - Clearance lamp(s) obscured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8E1PC-OOS | HOS - False record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Driver improperly used Personal Conveyance | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22G-ELDMFV | HOS (ELD) - A portable ELD is not mounted in a fixed position and visible to the driver when seated in the normal driving position. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.70B1I-CDSLI-MT25 | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60E | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5A-HNL | Oil/grease leak | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.25A-L | Lamps on rear of CMV obscured by load | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11B2-Z | Border Zone - Driver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) as per FMCSA Enforcement Guidance Memo MC-SEE-2025-0001. | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:390.3E-DAC | Driver prohibited from performing safety sensitive functions per 382.501(a) in the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse | 1 | 1 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.60A-D | Driver - Unauthorized passenger(s) on-board a CMV | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45A-BHTIJ | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-HWSL | Fuel system leak | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.55C1 | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EENA | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - not readily accessible | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(k)(2) | ELD malfunction / not functional | 1 | 1 | 5 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.209(e) | Power steering violations | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b)(3) | 390.21T(b)(3) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203(c) | Hood not securely fastened | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(3) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LIL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.28-WS-6 | Wiring - improper/inadequate | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BLMACBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.70B1I-CDFWFMI-LT20 | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.82-SM | Rear vision mirrors defective/missing | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(c) | Brake actuators/chambers defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9A2-C | Cargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.23(a)(2) | CDL - wrong class | 1 | 1 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(2) | CDL suspended/revoked | 1 | 0 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (45 inspections)
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
4 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (4 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 27, 2023 | AZ | TOW | 0 | 0 | PHOENIX | I-10 NONCARD@M136 | ...JJ0158 | SOTO TRUCKING LLC |
| Apr 16, 2022 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | RT 10 WB/.7mi W of BOX CANYON RD | ...KG0064 | SOTO TRUCKING LLC |
| Apr 16, 2022 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | RT 10 WB/.7mi W of BOX CANYON RD | ...KG0064 | SOTO TRUCKING LLC |
| Jun 15, 2021 | AZ | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNKNOWN | SR-289@I-19 EXIT 12 A-RAMP | ...017805 | SOTO TRUCKING LLC |
Compliance Timeline
18 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records